Radar Research Engineer

KBR Careers; Chantilly (VA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

KBR in Chantilly, Virginia seeks a Radar Research Engineer to advance SAR and MTI processing techniques. The role involves research, algorithm development, and independent work on challenging radar problems for DoD/IC analysts.

Proficiency in MATLAB, C, and Python is required, with 15+ years experience and a TS/SCI clearance (poly preferred). This role emphasizes cutting-edge research and remote sensing expertise within a dynamic team.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a degree in physical sciences, CS, engineering, or mathematics.
• Advanced degrees (Master's/PhD) are highly preferred.
• Experience in radar or signal processing disciplines is required.

Responsibilities

• Perform research on SAR and MTI processing and algorithm development.
• Provide technical analyses and support for R&D and DoD/IC projects.
• Conceive, plan, and conduct research using advanced methods.
• Decide independently on research directions and coordinate work.
• Support algorithm development using MATLAB, C, Python, FORTRAN, and MATLAB for SAR/MTI data.

Skills

MATLAB

C

Python

Radar processing

Signal processing

Education

Pursuing Bachelor's/Master's/PhD

Master's/PhD preferred

Tools

MATLAB

C

Python

Job description

Radar Research Engineer

KBR is looking for a Radar Research Engineer to join our team in Chantilly, Virginia. In this role, you will push the boundaries of Synthetic Aperture Radar and Moving Target Indication processing techniques.

Responsibilities

• Primarily, candidate conducts research SAR and MTI processing and algorithm development
• Candidate provides technical analyses and support in developing and applying advanced methods, theories and research techniques on R&D through operational support projects.
• Provide demonstrated skill in conceiving, planning and conducting research and analysis in difficult technological problem areas of considerable scope and complexity requiring unconventional or novel approaches and sophisticated research techniques.
• Candidates will have demonstrated an ability to make decisions independently on research and development (R&D) engineering problems and methods, in resolving important questions, and planning and coordinating work.
• Support algorithm and analytical development using a variety of scientific programming languages (for example C, C++, Python, FORTRAN and MATLAB) to process synthetic aperture radar data (SAR) and Moving Target Indicator (MTI). Work independently and as a member of a project team to provide remote sensing and geospatial expertise in response to technical requests for information from DoD and Intelligence Community analysts.
• Support ad hoc studies & analyses in an R&D environment.

Qualifications

• Degree: Pursuing Bachelor's, Master’s, or PhD in Physical Sciences, Computer Science, Engineering, or Mathematics
• Highly preferred: Master’s or PhD
• Experience: 15+ years
• Very comfortable with MATLAB, C, Python
• Individual will have demonstrated experience in the use of advanced techniques, theories, precepts, and practices in a radar or signal processing discipline.

Clearance Requirements

• Clearance: TS/SCI security clearance
• Preferred: Poly

Belong, Connect and Grow at KBR

At KBR, we are passionate about our people and our Zero Harm culture. These inform all that we do and are at the heart of our commitment to, and ongoing journey toward being a People First company. That commitment is central to our team of team’s philosophy and fosters an environment where everyone can Belong, Connect and Grow. We Deliver – Together.

KBR is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national origin, veteran status, genetic information, union status and/or beliefs, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.

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